The Building Official performs multiple functions for our City:
- Processes Building Permit Applications
- Performs inspections
- Advises on matters pertaining to building construction
- Serves as the City's primary Code Compliance Officer (along with the City's three Department Heads)
Building Codes
The City has adopted many of the International Codes for the City's Building Code. A partial list includes:
- International Building Code (with exceptions)
- International Residential Code
- International Mechanical Code
- International Fire Code
- Uniform Plumbing Code
- International Property Maintenance Code
Building Permits & Inspections
Building permits are required unless the task to be performed is exempt. For a list of exemptions, please review this portion of the Tenino Municipal Code.
- Applications for Building Permits may be mailed or turned into City Hall. The application must be accompanied by a check or cash in the amount prescribed by the current Consolidated Fee Schedule.
- Once received, the Building Official will review the application and will inform the applicant of any remaining requirements and costs associated with them. No permits will be issued prior to the payment of all applicable fees and charges.
- Thurston County Building Permit Fee Schedules are available as supporting documents.